Canoe Paddlers Camp (CPC)
Boating the way they used to do it... you will spend the week on and off campus learning everything you need to know to navigate flat and moving water without getting wet! Instruction begins on campus where you will learn technique and safety in a super-fun atmosphere. Expeditions down the Fall Creek and around Geist Reservoir will be planned for any groups passing daily evaluations of each key lesson. Please pack a swimsuit, towel and change of clothes every day and seal any "damageables" in waterproof bags.
Cooking Camp (COC)
This camp is a big hit with guys and girls. Campers will learn the skills needed to survive in any kitchen and even some introductory techniques for cooking over a campfire. Your camper will plan a basic menu and then prepare it. Cooking skills will be honed by making both edible and inedible recipes (for example, they will follow a recipe for making play dough before mixing up chocolate chip cookies). Cooking camp will begin with an orientation in cooking equipment and appliances (including safety and cleaning). Your camper will be taught the "do's" and "don'ts" in food handling. They will be instructed in general nutrition values. The goal of this camp is to encourage them in confidence and independence so that they can and will be helpful at home. Also stressed is the completion of each task from the initial planning to the final cleaning and putting away of each utensil and being a host with a servant's heart. Finally, some basic kitchen safety and first aid will be taught.
Crafty Creations (CCC)
This is THE camp for your creative child. The goal of this camp is to engage your camper's imagination in constructive creations. They will make a variety of these creations. Your camper will learn drawing techniques beginning with observation of people, plants and animals. We will assemble both usable crafts (like bug boxes, bird houses or vases), and artsy pieces (tie-dyed clothing, collages, puppets) to express ideas and emotions. Counselors will stress planning and clean up as a necessary part of any creation and teach these aspects and principles as related to God's creation.
DINO Adventure-Racing Day Clinic
Back by popular demand, Camp Indy will host a day long clinic in partnership with the D.I.N.O Racing series, BGI, and Adventure Athlete. This is a camp focused on teaching your camper better biking skills, but will offer elective workshops in rock climbing, paddling, orienteering and advanced mountain biking. The clinic is all day Saturday June 21 for ages 8-16. Go to www.dinoseries.com (and follow the prompts to the DINO Adventure Day Camp for Youth) for pricing and registration information.
Frisbee Camp (FC) *NEW FOR 2008
This camp is designed so that campers can learn to play a variety of games using a Frisbee; Ultimate Frisbee, Frisbee Golf, Disc Baseball, DoHickle, and many more. If you like playing with a Frisbee you'll love this camp!
Hook, Line & Sinker (HLS)
The "How To's" of fishing... your camper will play games and run exercises that will teach them skills involved in casting, hook tying, live and artificial baiting, and cleaning their catch. Campers will fish at the pond on Camp Indy's property and catch and return Blue Gill, Bass, and Catfish. They will learn to use bait including earthworms, and bee moths. Special attention will be given to teaching campers water safety and respect for creation. Please bring your own pole and reel, a tackle box with your name and address written in permanent ink and basic tackle including an assortment of hooks, sinkers, bobbers and any interesting lures.
Horseback Camp (HBC)
Whether you're an animal lover, wanna-be cowpoke, or have a desire to explore the basics in horsemanship, this camp is the place to be. Horseback campers will learn basics in riding, horse care, equestrian equipment, and practice each daily at the Fort Benjamin Harrison Horse Barn. This camp will focus on life lessons in responsibility, following directions, and appreciation for God's creation. Please wear old clothes to this camp -- long pants and tough shoes (preferably boots with a heel) are REQUIRED for the morning session (pack shorts and sandals for the rest of the day). Limit of one HBC per camper in this popular camp!
Mountain Bike Camp (MBC)
Learn what mountain biking is all about. We will use the roads, lawns and trails on our 98 acre wooded property to learn basic bicycling skills needed to survive off-road riding. This camp's focus is exposing campers to trail riding, bicycle safety and first aid, and hands-on experience in bike maintenance. Biking counselors will stress stewardship and appreciation of creation. Your camper will be exposed to a range of the most common equipment used in mountain biking and also discuss new trends in the industry. "Field trips" will provide your camper with the skills needed to ride safely on the road and in public places. You must provide a helmet and a bike equipped with front and rear brakes and a gear system. Your bike can be stored at Camp Indy for the week of the MBC camp you choose.
Music Lovers Camp (MLC)
The camp if your child is a natural performer, plays an instrument, or just sings in the shower. This camp includes elementary voice instruction, exploration of various instruments, and discussion on popular music, simple songwriting, and use of music in worship. If your child is taking any kind of music lessons, please bring their instrument for "show and tell". It is the goal of this camp to encourage your camper to listen to the ideas of others and then to express their own ideas and emotions in song. Your camper will perform what they have learned and created during our Friday closing ceremony. Feel free to join us at 3pm.
Outdoor Adventure (OAC)
Outdoor adventure camp is all about hiking, nature discoveries, cookouts, and overnight camping. We will use our challenge course (including a 40' climbing tower) at Camp Indy to teach your camper skills in communication, teamwork, and trust. Lessons in good stewardship of creation, building friendships and community will be stressed. Your camper will attend Camp Indy as a day camp until Thursday of his or her week. Rain or shine, Thursday afternoon and evening mark the start of the real adventure -- campers will learn to choose appropriate camping sites, assemble a tent, and build a fire. That night will be filled with camp songs and fireside discussions. Your camper will have breakfast in the cafeteria and then head to the wall at 9am Friday morning. You are welcome to see your camper climb toward the top.
Out On a Ledge (OOL)
Your campers will be pushed to their limit and learn to trust their friends, equipment and the skills they've practiced. Campers will spend their mornings on Camp Indy's 40-foot climbing tower and learn the basics of lead climbing, belaying and rappelling with a focus on equipment, safety and technique involved in each discipline. Counselors will address health issues in extreme sports such as the impact and importance of stretching; strength and endurance training, proper rest, sleep and diet. Practical spiritual lessons on faith, trust and the appreciation of God's creation will be addressed. Parents are welcome to come and observe.
Road Trip (RT) Week 5
GRAB A SEAT! This camp is new this year. It is offered to 10-13 year-old campers during the week of 4th of July. Campers will travel to see the sights of Indianapolis as well as give back to our community by visiting a nursing home to play games with the elderly. Bus transportation will be provided.
Ultimate Outdoor Adventure Camp (UOAC)
WOW! This camp is for 10-13 year-old campers. It offers a variety of adventures which tune into the outdoorsman in all of us. Campers will learn to fish, climb, canoe, horseback ride, build campfires, and spend two nights on the camp grounds of Horizon Christian Fellowship. Campers will be required to bring sleeping gear and an extra set of clothes. This camp will be completely outside. Sleeping outdoors will take place rain or shine. Welcome to the great outdoors.
Wet and Wild Swim (WWS)
There is no better way to keep cool on a hot summer day. Whether your camper swims like a fish or requires a floaty, Camp Indy has instructors and a life-guarding staff to teach your camper all about fun in our pool. Also joining us are swim team members from area high school teams. Campers will learn stroke techniques (free style, breast stroke, back stroke, and the butterfly), games and water safety. It is the goal of this camp to provide your camper with the skills and confidence required to execute the correct series of decisions and actions involved in any and every waterfront situation--regardless of whether that is a swimming competition or a waterfront emergency. Please bring a towel, swimsuit (one piece for ladies), sandals, a change of clothes and inexpensive goggles (you can purchase these for less than $10.00 at Wal-Mart or Target).
Basketball Clinic (BB)
Campers will learn fundamentals of the game in appropriate age groups. Dribbling, passing, and shooting skills will be emphasized. Campers will also develop teamwork skills during structured games, game officials will introduce younger players to rules of the sport. Star athletes from area high school and college teams will assist in technical instruction. Weather permitting, campers will swim each day during this camp. Camp is open to boys and girls. Please pack gym shoes that will be worn on the basketball court only.
Cheer Clinic (CR)
Give me a C! Give me an A! Give me an M! Give me a P! Give me an INDY! What's that spell? CAMP INDY! This is a GIRLS ONLY camp. Campers cheer all morning and then join the other campers for games, swimming, and more.
Cross Country Clinic (XC)
You'll run, run and then run some more. This camp utilizes Camp Indy's beautiful acreage and is great training for the sport or awesome conditioning for any other team game. Cross country at Camp Indy will be what you need to improve your time, better understand your body, and have fun doing both.
Flag Football Clinic (FB) *NEW FOR 2008
Learn to play with the old pigskin in a safe environment. This is the same old team sport wrapped up in a no contact package where your camper will punt, pass and play their way to the end of the week. Campers will play football all morning and then join their other campers for games, swimming, and more. Camp is open to both boys and girls.
Gymnastics Clinic (GC)
Parallel bars... pommel horse... rings. Have you ever watched the pros gracefully conquer each? We probably won't get this far, but you will learn the basics or maybe join the more advanced crowd to work your way to Olympic stardom (or just feel more confident cheering on the team next season). Younger campers will begin with "tumbling" and other mat work. More experienced and older campers will improve upon techniques they've already learned and learn new ones. This is a GIRLS ONLY camp.
Sports Fans Camp (SF)
A sports camp for all ages--this camp is our "sport sampler camp." It mixes games with team activities to teach technique and rules for traditional sports including basketball, baseball, football, volleyball, soccer and even swimming.
Soccer Clinic (SC)
This is a sports clinic where campers will learn the fundamentals of the game in age appropriate groups. Campers will develop teamwork skills during structured games, with game officials introducing younger players to rules of the sport, and star athletes from area high-school and college teams will give all technical instruction. Weather permitting, campers will swim each day during this camp. Camp is open to both boys and girls both weeks. Required equipment for this camp: soccer ball and shin guards -- you can find these at Wal-Mart, Dick's, and most sporting sections of similar stores.
Volleyball Clinic (VB)
In the Camp Indy tradition of fast-paced and exciting sports clinics, we are excited to offer a GIRLS ONLY camp to any 10-13 year old who desires to bump-set-spike her way to stardom. This is a sports clinic where campers will learn the fundamentals, practice teamwork skills during structured games, and have a whole lot of fun in the process. Weather permitting, campers will swim each day during this camp. Required equipment for this camp: knee pads, athletic clothes, shoes for indoor gymnasium use only (pack others for outdoor activities) and a ball.